Industrial Maintenance Electrician- Austin Industrial (Phoenix, AZ)

Electrician

The Electrician will maintain electrical wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using meters, hand tools, and power tools. Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. This is accomplished by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities :

• Troubleshooting and repairing all aspects of electrical power distribution system with utilization voltages of up to 480VAC.
• Troubleshooting and repair AC induction motors of all types, single and three phase.
• Troubleshooting and repair of various types of industrial and production equipment, control panels, and motor control centers, including components within.
• Must be proficient with various electrical test equipment including but not limited to : VOM, insulation resistance tester, micro-ohmmeter, Motor Circuit Analyzer (MCE).
• Develop a working knowledge of various PLC manufactures and Control systems to assist with troubleshooting and interlock testing.
• Maintain a professional working relationship with multi-discipline maintenance teams.
• Maintain proper safety awareness and follow plant safety procedures in all activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required by supervisor.
• Willing to work, days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Work a rotating shift schedule when needed.
• Must be proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics. Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, and voltmeters, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Must be able to perform work wearing personnel protective equipment. Including but not limited to the following : rain gear, chemical protective clothing, supplied air and air purifying respirators, safety harness, sand blast hoods, fire resistant coveralls, hard hat, ear plugs and safety glasses.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have full range of mobility in upper and lower body, able to reach overhead, able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, squatting; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; work at heights; balance for extended periods of time.
• Escort Vendors and subcontractors
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required for this Position :

Education : no minimum education requirements.

Experience : Must have 5+ years of verifiable experience in an industrial setting. Must pass drug screen and background check, as condition of employment. Must have valid driver license.

This is a full-time maintenance job working 40 hours a week. There is no per diem and no relocation funding. We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)!

Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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